Health Violations Found FL 1 HEALTH VIOLATION

Bonifay, City of W/s

EPA ID: FL1300083 · 2,759 people served · 2 ZIP codes

EPA compliance records for Bonifay, City of W/s show 20 unresolved violations — findings that remain open and are tracked at the federal level, covering a service territory of approximately 2,759 people.

Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02

B · 81
Avg Safety Score
2,759
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
22
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0033 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 3
Radon Risk · Low
4
Contaminants Flagged
$97K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Bonifay, City of W/s Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade B

Service Area Demographics

$49,313
Median Household Income
21,992
Service Area Population
100%
Disadvantaged Population
75th
Poverty Percentile
80th
Energy Burden Percentile
57%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Bonifay, City of W/s serves a community with a median household income of $49,313 and an estimated 21,992 residents across its service area. Approximately 57% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 100% of the population in this service area is classified as disadvantaged under EPA's EJScreen criteria. Communities with higher disadvantaged populations often face disproportionate environmental and health burdens, including aging water infrastructure and limited resources for remediation.

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Bonifay, City of W/s's water is pumped from underground aquifers. Groundwater is naturally filtered through rock and soil, but it can be vulnerable to PFAS contamination, nitrates from agriculture, and industrial chemicals that seep into the water table.

Elevated Risk
Source Contamination Risk
25th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
45th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 2% of homes in Holmes County, Florida rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.

Infrastructure Risk

40 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
31 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 56% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Bonifay, City of W/s compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

Total Coliform at 10 presence exceeds the EPA maximum of presence.

Consumer Confidence Report Rule at 9 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Stage 2 DBP Rule at 2 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Stage 1 DBP Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

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B 3 violations
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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,800
Water Filtration $150
Total Estimated Cost $1,950

Based on national averages for common remediation projects. Actual costs vary by property. Only issues flagged by EPA, FEMA, or state data for each ZIP code are included.

Cost of Inaction

If water quality issues in this service area are not addressed, the estimated financial impact per household is:

Estimated Healthcare Costs $1,500

Annual per household (CDC est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$7,500
10 years
$15,000
20 years
$30,000

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $1,950 (one-time) vs. $15,000 in estimated inaction costs over 10 years.

Estimates based on published EPA, CDC, and peer-reviewed research. Individual costs vary by household size, property, and health factors. These are conservative lower-bound estimates intended for awareness, not financial advice.

System Overview

Bonifay, City of W/s (EPA ID: FL1300083) is a community water system in Florida that serves approximately 2,759 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 2 communities.

Average Home Safety Score: B (81/100)

Based on water quality violations, lead levels, and radon risk across all ZIP codes served by this system.

Violation History

1 health-based violation recorded in the past 5 years. 20 remain unresolved.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
February 1, 2025 Stage 2 DBP Rule Monitoring Unresolved
February 1, 2025 Stage 2 DBP Rule Health-based Unresolved
October 1, 2024 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Monitoring Resolved
October 1, 2024 Total Coliform Monitoring Resolved
February 1, 2023 Total Coliform Monitoring Unresolved
February 1, 2023 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Monitoring Unresolved
January 1, 2023 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Monitoring Unresolved
January 1, 2023 Total Coliform Monitoring Unresolved

Contaminants Detected

The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Total Coliform Microbiological 10 No
Consumer Confidence Report Rule Reporting Failure 9 No
Stage 2 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 2 Yes
Stage 1 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 1 No

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data for ZIP codes served by this system:

ZIP Code Lead Level Exceeds Limit Sample Date
32425 0.0033 mg/L No N/A

Radon Risk in Service Area

Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 3 (Low Risk)

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Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400

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Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — this helps flush lead from your pipes.

ZIP Codes Served

Coverage: Service area ZIP codes sourced from EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 (March 2026 release). These ZIPs reflect the actual deployment footprint recorded by FL or modeled from parcel and building-footprint data.

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Bonifay, City of W/s (FL1300083) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bonifay, City of W/s water safe to drink?

Bonifay, City of W/s has recorded 1 health-based violation in the past 5 years. While the system is required to treat water to meet federal standards, you may want to consider additional precautions such as a certified water filter.

How many people does Bonifay, City of W/s serve?

Bonifay, City of W/s serves approximately 2,759 people across 2 ZIP codes in Florida.

Where does Bonifay, City of W/s get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Lead Service Line Inventory

Service line breakdown reported under the federal Lead and Copper Rule Improvements (LCRI) inventory requirement:

0
Confirmed Lead
0
Galvanized — Replacement Required
0
Unknown Material
1,990
Confirmed Non-Lead

This system reports zero confirmed lead service lines in its inventory. Unknown-material counts may still warrant verification.

Federal LCRI rule (effective October 2024) requires every public water system to inventory its service lines and complete lead-line replacement within 10 years.

Federal Regulatory Status · 2026Q1
LCRR inventory submission: Reported all required service line types
Latest tap sample on 2023-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 2,759
Reported to Florida

Source: FDEP PWS Lead Service Line Inventories (LSLI) · Submitted 2024

ZipCheckup is not affiliated with the utility or state agency. Inventory figures render verbatim from the public LCRI submission cited above; ZipCheckup does not perform inspections or replacements.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is water from Bonifay, City of W/s safe to drink?
Bonifay, City of W/s earns a B safety grade with 22 violations in the past 5 years. Tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants.
What contaminants are in Bonifay, City of W/s's water?
Detected contaminants include Total Coliform, Consumer Confidence Report Rule, Stage 2 DBP Rule, Stage 1 DBP Rule. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 4 contaminants above EPA limits, a certified water filter can provide an extra layer of protection. The best type depends on specific contaminants in your water.
How many people does Bonifay, City of W/s serve?
Bonifay, City of W/s serves approximately 2,759 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Bonifay, City of W/s's water source?
Bonifay, City of W/s draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Bonifay, City of W/s's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0033 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Bonifay, City of W/s's service area?
The Bonifay, City of W/s service area has a median household income of $49,313. EPA EJScreen data classifies 100% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Bonifay, City of W/s get its water?
Bonifay, City of W/s's water is pumped from underground aquifers. Groundwater is naturally filtered through rock and soil, but it can be vulnerable to PFAS contamination, nitrates from agriculture, and industrial chemicals that seep into the water table. Based on violation history and environmental factors, the source contamination risk is currently elevated.

What You Can Do

1

Test your water

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2

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3

Contact your utility

Bonifay, City of W/s (EPA ID: FL1300083) — request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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